This Japanese vintage cotton scarf was made by joining different striped fabrics with loose hand-stitching. The patchwork and stitching were done by our shop, giving the finished piece a quiet, human warmth that no factory-made accessory can reproduce.

Each stripe shifts slightly. The seams are not perfectly uniform. Those irregularities are the point: a textile with room for the hand, the eye, and the passage of time. The more you wear it, the more character it develops, with every fold and fray becoming part of its one-of-a-kind expression.

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Worn as a scarf, it adds a subtle touch of Japanese textile culture to everyday clothing without overpowering the rest of an outfit. Its rich texture also works in an interior: drape it over a sofa or chair, hang it on the wall, or allow it to evolve through careful mending into a personal boro-style textile.

Interest in Japanese vintage textiles continues to grow among collectors, designers, and slow-fashion buyers in Japan and overseas. This is a small, useful piece of textile work made for a longer life than a mass-produced accessory.

One piece only. This is a genuine vintage textile, and no second example exists. Once it is gone, it will not return to the store.

Product Details

• Material: Cotton
• Construction: Hand-stitched patchwork by NAMBA SHOUTEN
• Pattern: Various striped fabrics
• Edges: Unfinished

Size

Approx. 34.5 × 212 cm (13.6 × 83.5 in)

As this piece is made from a variety of fabrics, please consider these measurements as rough guidelines. Slight discrepancies may occur.

Condition

Some stitching may appear uneven or puckered. The edges are left unfinished and may fray over time. There are folding creases and needle holes throughout. Please approach this piece with the mindset of mending and embracing wear as part of its evolving character.

As this is an old textile, please refrain from purchasing if you are unfamiliar with the nature of vintage materials.

This piece has been washed twice by us. It retains a characteristic vintage scent. Any odour re-emergence or damage that may occur after additional washing or use will not be grounds for return or refund. The item will be shipped compressed, which may result in wrinkles.

Buying From Japan

Every piece at NAMBA SHOUTEN is sourced, inspected, photographed, and shipped by us from Japan. We describe condition honestly, including the flaws, because a vintage textile that hides its history is not worth owning. Orders ship worldwide with tracking.

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